Child Support Arrearages

San Jose Divorce Lawyer

Child support is a large part of any divorce settlement in which children are involved. Beginning in the 1980′s the government placed a more intense focus on enforcing child support payments and going after those who did not comply with their part of the arrangement.

Arrearages

Overdue child support payments are called arrearages. This can occur because of a failure to maintain work, inability to find work, or just simple refusal to pay. California judges have become increasingly strict about enforcing child support orders and collecting payments in arrears.

Excusing Child Support Debt

Typically, a judge cannot retroactively modify the amount required by a child support obligation. A parent can seek a temporary modification. Doing so will help them avoid paying to full amount of support owed at the time if they are unable to do so due to reduction in wages or increase of debt. If the parent does not seek a temporary modification, the parent who receives the child support can file to collect the total arrearage, in which case the court will require that the entire child support debt be paid.

If you are facing difficulty receiving or paying for child support, you need the support and advice of a family attorney who cares about the well being of your family. Child support debt is an issue that needs immediate attention so that your children continue to be cared for and you do not face mounting debt.

Speak with a San Jose Child Support Lawyer

Contact San Jose child support attorney Daniel Jensen at 408-296-4100 today.